Gus Jr.

Description

Gus Jr. is a 2‑month‑old, 5‑lb Pug/Chihuahua mix with the silliest, sweetest little personality!   Quick Facts: Name: Gus Jr. Breed: Pug/Chihuahua mix Age: 2 months old Weight: 5 lbs. House-Trained: Working on it! Crate-Trained: No Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Yes Good with Kids: Yes Energy Level: Playful (puppy energy) Fence Required: No Dog's Location: Fremont, NC   About Gus Jr.’s Breed: Our best guess is that Gus Jr. is a Pug/Chihuahua mixed breed. Pug/Chihuahua mix puppies — often called Chugs — are bright, expressive, affectionate little companions who blend the Pug’s cuddly, people‑loving nature with the Chihuahua’s bold, curious spark. They’re typically playful, social, and full of personality, with a roly‑poly charm and a big desire to be part of whatever their humans are doing. As puppies, they love exploring, learning, and snuggling, and they thrive when they feel safe, included, and understood.   Their ideal home is one that offers gentle structure, companionship, and consistent puppy training. Chug puppies do wonderfully with families who enjoy playtime, positive reinforcement, and helping a small dog grow into a confident adult. They’re great for homes that appreciate a mix of independence and affection — a pup who will happily explore but also curl up in your lap. With patience, love, and a stable routine, Pug/Chihuahua mixes become incredibly devoted, joyful little shadows.   What to Love about Gus Jr.: Gus is the goofy one of the bunch — a true “little silly goose” who keeps everyone laughing with his playful antics and bouncy puppy joy. When he’s not exploring or wrestling with his siblings, Gus Jr. is an absolute cuddle bug, melting right into your arms with his soft snuggles and showing off the cutest Pug wrinkles he inherited from his dad.   He loves toys, enjoys following his littermates on tiny adventures, and is wonderfully social with both dogs and people. Gus Jr. is working on his potty training and will thrive with a family ready to continue his puppy basics so he can grow into the goodest boy he’s destined to be. With his silly charm, loving nature, and irresistible little face, Gus Jr. is so ready to meet his forever family and fill their home with joy!   Gus Jr.’s Glorious Highlights: 2‑month‑old, 5‑lb Pug/Chihuahua mix with the cutest Pug‑style wrinkles Silly little goose who keeps everyone laughing with his goofy antics Total cuddle bug who melts into your arms for snuggles Playful sibling pup who loves romping and exploring with his littermates Toy‑obsessed adventurer always ready for fun Friendly with other dogs and enjoys meeting new friends Curious and confident as he learns all the exciting parts of puppyhood Working on potty training and needs a family committed to puppy basics Soft, affectionate nature wrapped in a goofy little package Ready to find his forever family and grow into the goodest boy   Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!